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March 7, 2023

Special Olympics & IHRSA Partner to Improve Inclusivity within the Fitness Industry

Washington, D.C.—March 6, 2023—Special Olympics and IHRSA, the Worldwide Health & Physical fitness Association, have partnered to construct consciousness and potential in just the fitness business to assist the inclusion of men and women with mental disabilities (ID). IHRSA and Exclusive Olympics will focus on growing inclusive fitness chances inside of communities globally to help people today with ID in top an energetic and healthier everyday living.

The mission of IHRSA is to grow, promote, and guard the wellness and health and fitness market, and to present its customers with the rewards that will assist them be a lot more productive. IHRSA and its members—health and health and fitness golf equipment, fitness centers, studios, sports activities and aquatic services, and industry partners—are committed to producing the globe more healthy through common training.

IHRSA, the IHRSA Foundation, and its customers have lengthy been fully commited to inclusion. The IHRSA Foundation’s mission is to advertise health via training by increasing schooling and methods, research and engagement. Jointly with the American Council on Workout, the IHRSA Basis was awarded a 2020 Particular Olympics Inclusive Health Innovation Grant. The venture focused on supporting and facilitating the inclusion of people with ID in health and fitness and sport and resulted in the next resources:

Strategies to Broaden Inclusion of People today with Intellectual Disabilities in the Conditioning Neighborhood
- Shares essential results from a study of 306 Distinctive Olympics athletes with regards to attitudes and perspectives on fitness center use
- Offers a record of procedures gyms can choose to meet up with the requires of persons with ID dependent on study research
- Describes the job of health and exercise facilities in promoting inclusive physical fitness
SMASH IT! An Inclusive Modest Group Coaching Method Template
- Formulated by personnel at the UNESCO Chair in Inclusive Sport, Health, Recreation, and PE, this template offers eight weeks or 24 classes of programming that is appropriate for people today with and without having disabilities.

As portion of this partnership, Particular Olympics and IHRSA will disseminate the IHRSA Inclusive Conditioning Toolkit to Particular Olympics Plans, teach Specific Olympics Method employees on how to lover with area conditioning facilities, and foster connections in between IHRSA associates and area Exclusive Olympics Applications. In the long run, this partnership will enhance chances for persons with intellectual disabilities to engage in actual physical activity by rising access and inclusion in health and fitness facilities globally.

“Partnering with Particular Olympics is a good phase for the world wide wellbeing and conditioning industry. This collaborative relationship will enable make certain that IHRSA advocates to essential govt officers all-around the globe about the worth and benefits of inclusive applications for these with disabilities. In addition, our partnership will assist IHRSA deliver gyms, studios, and supplier partners with means and facts about finest practices to help their have inclusion and local community engagement packages.”

Liz Clark, IHRSA President & CEO

Special Olympics and IHRSA are thrilled to interact in their subsequent associate activation at IHRSA 2023 in San Diego, CA, March 20 – 22. Unique Olympics Physical fitness will explore no-price tag approaches that physical fitness gurus can use to endorse inclusion of individuals with intellectual disabilities in their fitness centers.

“Special Olympics is psyched to husband or wife with IHRSA to endorse the inclusion of people today with mental disabilities inside the conditioning field. Individuals with intellectual disabilities should have every option to interact in physical activity and make improvements to their well being and health. This partnership will enable accomplish this by planning conditioning gurus and leaders to satisfy the fitness desires of persons with intellectual disabilities globally.”

Annemarie Hill, Senior Vice President, World-wide Health Functions

Specific Olympics and IHRSA persuade fitness pros to browse the aforementioned out there sources, include them into their gym’s methods, and to get to out to health@specialolympics.org to learn extra about how gyms can advertise inclusive health ideas.

About Distinctive Olympics

Established in 1968, Distinctive Olympics is a global movement to end discrimination versus men and women with intellectual disabilities. We foster acceptance of all individuals as a result of the power of sport and programming in education and learning, well being, and management. With additional than six million athletes and Unified Sports associates in around 190 nations and territories and extra than 1 million coaches and volunteers, Exclusive Olympics delivers much more than 30 Olympic-kind sports activities and above 100,000 video games and competitions each yr. Engage with us on: Twitter, Fb, YouTube, Instagram, LinkedInand our website on Medium. Discover extra at www.SpecialOlympics.org.

February 7, 2023

BioWorld by Clarivate Rethinks Obesity in New Special Investigation, Finding Fitness May Be More Linked to Health than Weight

In-depth analysis of obesity highlights latest advances in weight loss drugs, the search for biological fitness mediators and the pros and cons of weight as a proxy for health

LONDON, Feb. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — BioWorld™ published by Clarivate Plc (NYSE:CLVT), a global leader in connecting people and organizations to intelligence they can trust to transform their world, explores how difficult scientific detachment can be for health topics that have large cultural components- such as obesity. After many years of research and development, drug-induced weight loss has matured into a viable therapeutic option. Special investigation from BioWorld provides in-depth analysis of the latest advances in metabolic health, how fitness may play a role in these shifts and how scientists’ perceptions of the obesity epidemic may shift.

According to the World Obesity Federation, one billion people globally will be living with obesity by 2030. With medical researchers’ laser focus on finding solutions to address the obesity epidemic, excitement is finally building around the next generation of drugs developed to help adults shed excess weight. These new classes of drugs offer promising results and may provide an alternative solution to weight loss other than invasive procedures such as bariatric surgery. While new weight loss drugs are an extraordinary advance in medicine and will likely become some of the most prescribed of all medications in the upcoming years, how will perceptions in the medical community around the role of fitness in weight loss and overall health evolve?

Following deep analysis of the latest studies on weight loss, metabolic health and fitness, BioWorld Science Managing Editor, Anette Breindl, discusses:

How difficult scientific detachment can be for health topics that have large cultural components. Heated debates continue around the discrepancies between individuals with Body Mass Index (BMI) in the “overweight” range, often associated with the greatest longevity, and individuals in the so-called “Class I obesity” category, who often live as long as those with a “normal” BMI.
How weight loss is blind to the behavioral differences between brown and white fats. Weight may be a poor proxy for health as fat cells are distributed throughout the body, and the details of where they are and what they are doing matter a great deal.
The effects of GLP-1R agonists, also called incretin mimetics, which go far beyond weight loss, and the question of whether weight loss is causal to their effects.
How new methods are enabling a molecular understanding of exercise, which may be much more important to health than weight is.

Lynn Yoffee, Publisher, BioWorld said: “Drug-induced weight loss has finally matured into a viable therapeutic option for patients. At the same time, there are longstanding concerns that the health effects of weight might be overrated. Can a person still be considered fit and healthy despite being over what is considered a normal weight? BioWorld Science Managing Editor Anette Breindl has reviewed the latest research around these challenges and raised several complicated red flags, just as millions of people are desperately hoping that the new weight loss pills are the answer in the quest to be healthy.”

For more exclusive in-depth coverage of obesity and metabolic health on BioWorld, visit: https://www.bioworld.com/articles/693766-as-weight-loss-medicine-advances-its-relevance-recedes.

Listen to the latest edition of the BioWorld Insider podcast, where BioWorld Science Managing Editor Anette Breindl, discusses her new analysis of multiple studies related to weight loss, metabolic health and fitness, which in many ways goes against the mainstream health care state of mind about obesity, here: https://www.bioworld.com/media/podcasts/532-bioworld-insider-podcast/play/31-rethinking-obesity-fitness-may-be-more-directly-linked-to-health-than-weight.

Join the conversation and mention BioWorld on Twitter and Clarivate for Life Sciences & Healthcare on Twitter and LinkedIn.

About BioWorld

With writers and editors stationed around the globe, BioWorld published by Clarivate, reports the breaking news – and provides key perspective on hundreds of therapeutics and devices in development, the companies behind those candidates, the business development transactions that evolve the markets, and the regulatory hurdles that both challenge and guard the processes. BioWorld has a long tradition of excellence in journalism. Collectively, the news services have been honored with 63 awards dating back to 1998, including 15 for BioWorld daily news services.

About Clarivate

Clarivate is a leading global information services provider. We connect people and organizations to intelligence they can trust to transform their perspective, their work and our world. Our subscription and technology-based solutions are coupled with deep domain expertise and cover the areas of Academia & Government, Life Sciences & Healthcare and Intellectual Property. For more information, please visit clarivate.com.

CONTACT: Catherine Daniel, Director of External Communications, Life Sciences & Healthcare, [email protected]

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September 25, 2022

Happy solstice to all. We have some special pets to share with you. September 24-25

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. – The shedding does not stop. Sweeping, brushing, washing, it keeps coming! Not a problem when you think of the love you get in return. It’s worth it.

Some breeds with a double coat, like German Shepherds, Siberian Huskies, Akitas, Samoyeds, and Malamutes, experience “coat blow.” Coat blow is when dogs switch from their winter coats to their summer coats.

A grooming kit with three essential tools is good to keep handy.

Brushes: These come with rubber tines, synthetic or natural bristles, metal pins, or fine metal tines. Metal tines are often found on what are called “slicker” brushes. The Delomo Dog Grooming Glove is an eco-friendly tool that can give your cat or dog a massage while de-shedding and removing dander.
Blade-on-a-handle metal combs: These are de-shedding tools, like Furminator, Oster Shedmonster, or Paws and Pals.
Wide-toothed combs: They have widely separated teeth and come in plastic or metal. Shiny Pet offers a popular comb that removes knots and won’t hurt your pet.

While cats are generally low maintenance, experts say introducing your kitty to healthy grooming habits early on is your best option. Your dog or cat can use the brushes above.

On the other hand, cats are more self-sufficient when left with a clean litter box, food, and fresh water. Unlike dogs, they might not destroy things when dealing with separation anxiety. If you leave them with the necessities, they can be left alone for up to 24 hours.

If leaving your pet longer than the recommended time, it’s a good idea to have a dog walker or friend come and check on them to make sure they have what they need. And if they have a fur friend to keep them company, two heads are better than one.

WEEKLY EVENTS

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2022

Louie’s Legacy – 11:00am-2:00pm

Blessing of the Animals & Pet Adoption Event

St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, 347 Davis Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10310

SICAW – SICAW will be at PetSmart, 1525 Forest Ave., from 1:00 to 4 p.m.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2022

Louie’s Legacy – 11:00am-7:00pm – Staten Island

Pumpkin Spice & Everything Nice Fall Market & Adoption Event

Empire Outlets at the Staten Island Ferry Terminal

55 Richmond Terrace, Staten Island, NY 10301

(Located on the 2nd level across from the Old Navy Outlet)

SICAW: Bricktown Commons Petco, 165 Bricktown Way, Suite 1C, on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Petzey had a special event last weekend, and it was a huge success.

Pawrents have access to many local pet-focused small businesses emphasizing wellness, like canine massages, a healthy treat bar, complimentary nail trimming, pup-yoga, local dog-sitting services, dog delivery services, and tons of more paw-some fun! Check them out.

Thank you to those that work so hard. We are always grateful to the volunteers who organize pet events every week in and around the borough, send out announcements, hold fundraisers, help with supplies, clean cages, feed animals, make sure the pet’s medical needs are attended to, and so much more. All of this is done without pay, all for love, and behind the scenes.

GIFTS FOR ANIMAL LOVERS

Stellar Villa is a New York City-based artist who recently raised over $11,500 for pet shelters after she single-handedly created 1,252 custom art pieces of pets over 21 days. Now, she is working to create ongoing partnerships with local animal shelters to continue raising money. If you’re looking for a gift for a dog lover, check out Stellar’s work.

EVERY WEDNESDAY

Do you love dogs? Do you love beer? Then fetch a cold one at the Flagship Brewing Co.’s Dog Club. The club meets every Wednesday from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. in the Flagship Brewery taproom, 40 Minthorne St., off Bay Street.

The Flagship’s Dog Club is for that special breed of dog and beer lovers who can bring their (well-behaved) pups to the meetings. Once a month, there will be a guest speaker to talk about their own specialty or knowledge regarding the welfare of their treasured, loyal friends.

For more information, visit https://www.restaurantji.com/ny/staten-island/the-flagship-brewing-company-/ or call 718-448-5284.

ONGOING

1. Low-cost or free spay and neuter: The ASPCA’s free and low-cost mobile spay and neuter van travels throughout the five boroughs in every neighborhood.

Low-income pet owners in the five boroughs with proof of public assistance, such as welfare, Medicaid, Medicare, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), disability, food stamps, TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families), or public housing qualify for free spay/neuter services for their cat or dog. If you have a pit bull, pit-bull mix, or certain large breed dogs, it’s also free.

For exact times the van will be in your area, as well as pre-visit instructions, visit aspca.org/pet-care/spayneuter, or call 877-SPAY-NYC (877-772-9692).

2. Apply for a dog license. Save time and postage by applying online. For an application or more information, visit nyc.gov/doglicense. View the flyer in the gallery above.

ALFRESCO DINING WITH YOUR DOG

· Angelina’s Ristorante, 339 Ellis St., Tottenville, 718-227-2900

· The Burrito Bar, 585 Forest Ave., West Brighton, 718-815-9200

· Ciro Pizza Café, 862 Huguenot Ave., Huguenot, 718-605-0620

· Killmeyer’s Old Bavaria Inn, 4254 Arthur Kill Rd., Charleston, 718-984-1202

· Shake Shack, Staten Island Mall, 2655 Richmond Ave., New Springville, 929-529-0513

· Silver Lake Golf Course, 915 Victory Blvd., Silver Lake, 718-442-4653

Call ahead for reservations. For more information, check out NYC Dogs in restaurant rules.

DOG-FRIENDLY PARKS

· Allison Park, off-leash area, the field at the end of the trail bordered by Prospect Avenue, Sailors Snug Harbor Cemetery, and the pond

· Amundsen Trail, off-leash area, between Amboy Road and Hylan Boulevard

· Arthur Von Briesen Park, off-leash area, lawn area, mid-park on the right side

· Bloomingdale Park, dog run, Maguire Avenue behind athletic fields closer to Ramona Avenue

· Clove Lakes Park, off-leash area, the open field above picnic area near Royal Oak Road and Rice Avenue

· Clove Lakes Park, off-leash area, Brookside Avenue between Alpine Court and Kingsley Avenue (lawn area)

· Clove’s Tail Park, off-leash area, lawn area, corner of Victory Boulevard and Little Clove Road

· Conference House Park, dog run, Clermont Avenue and Massachusetts Street

· Cozzens Woods Park, off-leash area, Page Avenue between Hylan Boulevard and Amboy Road

· Crescent Beach Park, off-leash area, Tennyson Drive, and Glover Avenue. Located in the meadow area leading to the beach

· Evergreen Park, off-leash area, Greaves Avenue and Evergreen Street

· Father Macris Park, off-leash area, lawn beyond ball field

· Ida Court Playground, dog run, Ida Court between N. Railroad Street and Drumgoole Road East

· Lemon Creek Park, off-leash area, the bottom of Seguine Avenue at Johnston Terrace; just below playground

· Siedenburg Park, off-leash area, Greaves Avenue, and Evergreen Street

· Silver Lake Park, dog run, Victory Boulevard below the pavilion, across from the Parkview Apartments

· South Beach Park, off-leash area. Note: On sand only after Labor Day and before Memorial Day

· Willowbrook Park, off-leash area, Archery Range Field

· Wolfe’s Pond Park, dog run, to the left of Cornelia Avenue

For more information with rules and regulations, visit nycgovparks.org/facilities/dogareas.

Dogs cannot enter any bathing facilities, including New York City beaches. However, from Oct. 1 through May 1, leashed dogs are allowed on the sand and boardwalk at Midland Beach and South Beach.

Leashed dogs are allowed on the boardwalk/promenade at Midland Beach and South Beach.

For more information on rules and regulations, visit nycgovparks.org/facilities/dogareas.

PET POISON HELPLINES

If you think your pet may have ingested a potentially poisonous substance, contact the Pet Poison hotline at 855-764-7661 or petpoisonhelpline.com, or contact the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at 888-426-4435 or aspca.org.

As the seasons change, keep in mind the plants that are poisonous to animals: https://www.rover.com/blog/poisonous-plants/

TO REPORT ANIMAL CRUELTY

To report an incident of animal abuse, call Crime Stoppers at 800-577-TIPS or visit www.nypdcrimestoppers.com.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION

To contact an environmental conservation police officer or report suspected violations, contact the DEC Law Enforcement Dispatch Center at 844-DEC-ECOS (844-332-3267) or dec.ny.gov/.

September 2, 2022

PET FOOD EXPRESS HOSTS MONTH-LONG VIRTUAL PET FAIR PLUS SPECIAL PET ADOPTION EXTRAVAGANZA EVENTS IN ALL STORES SEPTEMBER 24 & 25

Pet Food Express Partners with 120+ Shelters and Rescues to Find Homes for 5,000 Rescue Animals During September

OAKLAND, Calif., Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Today, Pet Food Express, a leading retailer and trusted partner in pet health, kicks off its 12th annual Pet Fair to find forever homes for 5,000 California rescue animals. From September 1-30, Pet Food Express will partner with over 120 rescues and shelters throughout the state to offer virtual and in-person pet adoptions, and host special pet-centric events in all 64 stores, including vendor meet and greets and fresh food sampling from top brands like Stella and Chewy’s, Primal, and Nutrisource. In addition, September 24 and 25 mark the big Pet Fair weekend with Pet Adoption Extravaganza events in all stores and live virtual events such as educational seminars led by experts on topics like pet anxiety, dog training, and CBD.

From Sept 1-30, the Pet Food Express Pet Fair offers CA animal lovers a chance to adopt a new pet, participate in virtual seminars with experts, and participate in local store events. (Credit: Ellen Shershow)

“We’re really excited to host the Pet Food Express Pet Fair virtually and in-person again this year!” said Mike Murray, director of community relations for Pet Food Express. “A big benefit that we saw last year was in the reach we can achieve through an online platform. It not only supports a wider range of incredible rescues and shelters to find loving homes for more animals in need, but also gives pet parents anywhere in the US, even globally, the opportunity to educate themselves with new knowledge from experts. During the 2021 Pet Food Express Pet Fair, new homes were found for 5,662 animals which resulted in Pet Food Express distributing $141,550 in donations to participating rescues and shelters!”

Throughout September, potential adopters can use Pet Food Express’ Find a Friend search option to filter for location, breed, or even age as they scroll through and learn about adoptable animals from over 120 California-based shelters and rescues. Those who adopt receive a special 20{35112b74ca1a6bc4decb6697edde3f9edcc1b44915f2ccb9995df8df6b4364bc} off coupon for Pet Food Express as a part of the 20/20 program. Once the coupon is redeemed, the adopting organization receives a $20 donation from Pet Food Express. In 2021, the 20/20 program donated over $400,000 to rescues and shelters.

VIRTUAL PET FAIR DETAILS

September 1-30: Virtual Fair & Animal Adoptions

Search for, virtually meet, and adopt rescued animals from 120+ California rescues.
Connect with product vendors, non-profits, and more at https://petfair.petfood.express/

September 24 & 25: Virtual, Live Educational Seminars for Animal Lovers

All seminars are live and will be held on the Pet Fair platform at https://petfair.petfood.express/events
Saturday, 9/24 from 10am-4pm:

Topics include: “Chinchillas 101” with California Chins Chinchilla Rescue; “Surviving & Thriving with a New Dog – What To Do (and Not Do!) in the First Few Days” with Golden Gate Labrador Retriever Rescue; “Microchips Demystified” with Rohnert Park Animal Shelter; and “Sustainability in the Pet Food Business” with Open Farm Pet

Sunday, 9/25 from 10am-4pm:

Topics include: “Whole Food Nutrition” with JustFoodForDogs; “CBD & CBG for Pets” with Primal Pet Foods; “Healthy Joint Care for Pets of All Ages” with InClover; and “Hisses to Kisses: Helping Fearful Cats Live Their Best Life” with East Bay SPCA

IN-STORE PET FAIR DETAILS

September 1-30: In-Store Food Sampling

All 64 Pet Food Express stores will host food sampling with top brands all month long.
Locate a store for sampling event times and details at https://www.petfood.express/stores/

September 24 & 25: Pet Adoption Extravaganza Events

From September 1-30, all Pet Food Express shoppers will receive 25{35112b74ca1a6bc4decb6697edde3f9edcc1b44915f2ccb9995df8df6b4364bc} off select products in-store and online at www.petfood.express with promo code PETFAIR-22.

Pet Food Express is proud to support California’s animal rescue network through its Community Outreach programs such as its Kitten Season and Fill the Food Bank efforts. Learn more at https://www.petfood.express/community-outreach/.

ABOUT PET FOOD EXPRESS

Pet Food Express is California’s trusted pet expert dedicated to helping pets live longer, healthier lives. With a reimagined experience delivered by animal-loving team members, Pet Food Express sells a variety of high quality products that they trust to give their own pets, puts pets above profits, and leads the way as a committed partner to 275+ non-profit animal rescue and shelter organizations annually. Shop and learn more at PetFood.Express. Get social on Facebook, Instagram and on Twitter.

CONTACT: Sarah Andrus | Pet Food Express | [email protected] | 415.624.5617

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